Commentary

This past week has been a testament to the depths of human evil, but seeing hostages return is the only thing that gives us a path forward through this darkness.

The solidarity with the hostages, his consistent support for Israel and the Jewish people, his achievements in foreign policy related to Israel, and the circle of people around him all indicate that the likelihood of him turning his back is very low. However, there is still a cautionary note that applies to Trump, and even more so to those who will come after him.

Does Israel’s vote against Ukraine at the United Nations signal a shift in foreign policy? We have moved on when countries consistently voted against us. Israel must think like a regional power.

Four key developments converging this week could provide the "green light" for a long-discussed attack: the weakening of the Shiite axis, the blow to Iran's air defense system, Trump’s re-election, and Tehran’s progress toward a nuclear bomb. The confidence gained by the IDF from fighting in Lebanon and Gaza serves as an additional catalyst.

Dear Bibas family, in the name of the state of Israel, I would like to ask for your forgiveness. We did not fulfill our duty. We did not protect your loved ones on that cursed day.

The public needs to receive clear answers to identify those who failed among the responsible parties, but primarily to redefine the value of Jewish lives in the State of Israel.

The pro-Hamas movement is hunting down Jews in the diaspora under the guise of liberating Palestine. Now, a list emerged in Canada called “Find IDF Soldiers,” wants to make Canadian citizens who have served in the IDF feel persecuted.

While the comparison between the Holocaust and the Oct.7 massacre disturbs many, it remains a necessary one – with one crucial difference: The German Nazis succeeded in their "Final Solution". The new Nazis tried, and failed.

The stated goal is to release the maximum amount of hostages, deprive Hamas of its leverage over Israel – and only then, if necessary, return to war to achieve its objectives.

In a significant policy speech, the prime minister made an interesting statement regarding Syria. While the country is currently quiet, tensions and rivalries between its sects are expected to erupt in the future, alongside the ingrained hostility toward Israel.